Tesla CEO Elon Musk has left safety experts scratching their heads with his latest announcement: the launch of Cybertruck-shaped helmets for pedestrians. The angular, stainless steel headgear is designed to match the controversial aesthetic of Tesla's latest electric vehicle.
"We've heard the concerns about pedestrian safety," Musk said during a press conference, sporting one of the helmets himself. "So we thought, why not turn everyone into a mini-Cybertruck? Problem solved!"
The helmets, priced at a modest $499, feature the same "ultra-hard" 30X cold-rolled stainless steel as the Cybertruck. They come complete with non-functional LED headlights and an optional bulletproof visor.
"It's like wearing a piece of the future on your head," gushed Tesla enthusiast Tom Reynolds, who pre-ordered five helmets for his family. "Sure, it's a bit heavy and I can barely turn my neck, but that's a small price to pay for innovation."
Critics have been quick to point out potential flaws in Tesla's logic. Dr. Emily Zhao, a biomechanics professor at MIT, commented, "While the helmet might protect you from a Cybertruck, it turns the wearer into a potential hazard for other pedestrians. It's like solving a problem by creating ten more."
Undeterred, Musk has hinted at plans for a full line of Cybertruck-inspired safety wear, including elbow pads, knee guards, and what he cryptically referred to as "exoskeleton underwear."
Meanwhile, several cities have already banned the helmets, citing concerns about reduced visibility and increased incidents of people getting stuck in revolving doors.
As Tesla's stock price soared on news of the helmet's release, Musk tweeted, "Who needs crumple zones when you can have a crumple-free zone on your noggin? Checkmate, physics!"
